Background Check Woes: How to Handle False Absconding Claims from a Former Employer?

Hi,

While undergoing a background verification with my current organization, my previous employer provided feedback stating that I was absconded. However, I do possess a relieving letter and my final settlement cheque from that organization.

I have reached out to my former company, and they have confirmed that they provided the information after thorough verification.

Could you please advise me on what steps I should take next?

Dear Arjun, Unless you provide a frank narration about your termination from the previous organization, it would not be possible to present a fair comment and a proper suggestion. No organization would give such negative feedback about a former employee contrary to the facts of termination. It is possible that there could have been some dispute about notice conditions and you might have simply walked out after submitting your resignation. Consequently, they could have declared you as an absconder or unauthorized absentee, and finally, the issue would have been settled amicably. Here, I'd like to quote Sir Otto Kahn Freund, the famous Labor Lawyer: "The relation between an employer and an isolated employee or worker is typically a relation between a BEARER OF POWER and One who is NOT A BEARER OF POWER." Thank you.

Did you actually abscond? What does your relieving letter say? If your exit was normal without rancor, then the company would not give such reports. You need to clarify your factual status to your current employer.

Dear Arjun, already, our senior colleagues have provided their best opinion based on the information available in your posting. An earnest seeker always provides complete details to the person from whom they seek a solution.

Legal Action Suggestion

One thing I can suggest is to send a legal notice to your past employer regarding the incorrect information that may have a negative impact on your life. Consult with a good lawyer and provide all necessary documents for a remedy if you believe everything is in order and contradicts the opinion of your past employer.

Dear Friend,

If you have incontrovertible documentary evidence in your possession that can prove beyond doubt that you are absolutely correct and your past employer is wrong, without any iota of doubt, then challenge this in the court of law. Get in touch with a good advocate who handles these types of matters, sue the company for heavy damages and compensation for loss of reputation, mental agony caused, and loss of job/s.

Warm Regards,
Bharat Gera
HR Consultant
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